Strasenburgh Planetarium

Since RMSC’s Strasenburgh Planetarium first opened its doors in 1968, generations of Rochesterians have explored the wonders of the universe under its dome—and exciting changes are on the horizon as we look forward to the next 50 years!

Stories in Stone

Docent Guided Tour

Get hands on with rocks, minerals and fossil and discover the Earth Systems that shaped our local geology. From earthquakes to erosion, weathering, deposition and tectonic plate movements, get up close and hands-on with the how the ground beneath our feet has changed over time. Gain a deep understanding of the rock cycle as we uncover the "stories" behind how rocks were formed.

Extend the Experience

Add to your students' experience by pairing this program with Plates in Motion in our Science on a Sphere exhibition.